Assistant Professor of Italian Studies (Tenure-Track)

Assistant Professor of Italian Studies (Tenure-Track)
Department of Italian Studies
New York University Arts and Science

The Department of Italian Studies at New York University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Italian Renaissance Literature beginning September 1, 2025.

Applicants should have native or near-native fluency in the Italian language, significant teaching experience, and a strong record of research and publications in the field of Italian literature from the period 1400-1600, whereby “Italian” should be understood as both referring to Italy’s literary traditions and their transnational and multilingual intersections. We welcome applicants whose primary expertise in Italian Renaissance Literature may be complemented by interests in fields such as (but not limited to) environmental studies, gender studies, Mediterranean studies, the “global” Renaissance, diaspora studies, disability studies, technology studies.

They should be committed to educating students in programs hosted by the Italian Studies department, at both the undergraduate (major and minor) and the graduate level (MA and PhD), while also being willing to explore inter-departmental and school-wide teaching opportunities such as NYU’s CORE curriculum, the Public Humanities initiative, and collaborations with interdisciplinary centers such as MARC (NYU’s Medieval and Renaissance Center). Ultimately, they will be looking forward to working within a department that emphasizes and encourages inter- and trans-disciplinary research and teaching, and with a faculty whose work covers areas as diverse as literary and philological studies from the medieval period to the present, literary theory, film and media studies, history, art history, visual culture and music.

NYU is dedicated to the goal of building a fair-minded, curious, diverse and inclusive academic community. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who can demonstrate through their teaching, research, experience and service that they can contribute to these goals. Candidates should have a strong commitment to fostering inclusivity and teaching in a liberal arts environment

For more information on NYU’s Department of Italian Studies see our website. The appointment will begin September 1, 2025, pending administrative and budgetary approval.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The Faculty of Arts and Science at NYU is at the heart of a leading research university that spans the globe. We seek scholars of the highest caliber, who embody the diversity of the global society in which we live. We strongly encourage applications from women, racial and ethnic minorities, and other individuals who are under-represented in the profession, across color, creed, race, ethnic and national origin, physical ability, gender and sexual identity, or any other legally protected basis. NYU is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and affirms the value of differing perspectives on the world as we strive to build the strongest possible university with the widest reach. To learn more about the Arts & Science commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, visit https://as.nyu.edu/departments/facultydiversity.html.

Pay Transparency Statement
In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is $80,000 to $120,000. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Qualifications
Candidates should possess a PhD by August 31, 2025, have a research agenda that indicates the potential to be a leader in the field of Italian Renaissance Literary Studies, and have demonstrated excellence in teaching.

Application Instructions
Candidates should apply with the following materials to:   https://apply.interfolio.com/156219

• Cover letter
• CV
• Research and teaching statement (max 2 pages)
• 3 names of referees, who will be asked to submit letters of recommendation for those candidates included in a preliminary longlist.
• Diversity and inclusion statement (max 2 pages), which offers applicants the opportunity to highlight their past, present, and future contributions to creating inclusive excellence, which is a core commitment of the Department of Italian Studies and New York University [https://as.nyu.edu/departments/facultydiversity/recruitment/diversity-statements.html]

Applications should be submitted by November 15, 2024 via Interfolio: https://apply.interfolio.com/156219
 
Please address any inquiry to the Committee chair, Professor Alison Cornish (ac7041@nyu.edu) “Renaissance Job Search” in the email subject.